Beginning Beekeeping

This highly visual guide will teach you beekeeping basics to help your colony survive and thrive. Not only will you learn the history of beekeeping, but how a hive works, and what to do during specific seasons, and you'll also gain expert insights and knowledge about these essentials: Pros and cons of different types of hives Harvesting honey, wax , and other hive products Inspecting your hives and maintaining a queenright colony Protecting your bees from adverse weather, invasive pests and plants, and other threats Managing local resources and keeping your bees healthy Troubleshooting techniques for common and difficult problems Soft cover, 190 pages.